The European Union is constructed in a way that establishes freedom, safety and security for all the states that are members. EU as a "unit" has more economical, social or political force rather than member states could have as individuals. Eventually each country has its own benefits from this cooperation. Albania and Albanians are currently an integral part of the European community. After a communist isolation, Albania has managed to maintain a democratic model thus showing that it isn't just a geographical part and a historical framework of Europe, but it is also becoming a part of an integral current community and a new European identity. For Albanians EU translates into security and economic stability and therefore it refers to prosperity. But is it the right time for the Albanians to join EU and what are the advantages that accompanies this decision?
Firstly political layer in Albania has not yet reached the confidence and commitment towards different promises, unlike other countries in EU. They diverse into finding and reaching the correct and right priorities by only dealing with the past of one party or another. Referring to "The Economist" in various international campaigns such as "Youth in Action" or "All Different -All Equal", Europe is contributing a special significance to Youth, while in Albania there isn't yet a clear program for this important layer. Political parties are focusing instead on their objectives to have certain power, by blind guiding people into believing their "electoral promises" that eventually remain only in a political framework. That is why Albania has not the right commitment or policy to its voters after EU integration tends to promote higher standards and a more uniform democrat...
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To conclude, Albania should join the European Union but firstly should follow criteria with political and economic character that guarantees democracy and as well as an establishment of an economy that can withstand competitive pressure within common European market. Albania should find a solution in the field of justice, freedom and security based on two main "pillars". The first pillar relates to association in the field of free movement and provides a ser provisions for visas, asylum, migration, border management and other policies concerning the free movement of people. Second pillar of association is in the fight against organized crime like trafficking, corruption and has provisions under which Albania and the European Union will engage their structures and judicial police in a common solution.
Furthermore, Norway didn’t join because they do not want to give up their independence. Small countries such as Portugal, Greece, Italy joined so they could be more powerful and wants more money. Still, does do the advantages of being in the EU excel the sacrifices? Honestly, I would say yes; essentially for economic competition, peace and security, and cultural diversity.
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